A home health nurse in Polk County was arrested for allegedly stealing over $140,000 from a blind 77-year-old man, using funds for personal expenses such as cruises and veneers.

Tampa is in recovery mode post-Hurricanes Helene and Milton, with over one million cubic yards of debris collected as residents and officials race against a FEMA deadline.

A former child welfare worker in Florida was arrested for the murder and abuse of her adopted daughter, who was found severely abused and malnourished.

The Tampa area anticipates sunny days and light winds, with a chance of showers and storms midweek, followed by cooler temperatures and clear skies towards the end of the week.

FEMA seeks multifamily rental properties in Pinellas County to house people displaced by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, offering aid for necessary repairs through their MLR program.

A storm debris disposal site in Pinellas County will close on Nov. 17, nudging unincorporated residents to seek alternative options or wait for county collection.

The Hillsborough County Tax Collector's Office announces a "Student Saturday" on November 16, where students can obtain driver licenses conveniently at the East Tampa office.

Plant City's Tax Collector's Office in Hillsborough County added a self-service registration renewal kiosk to simplify vehicle registration, with more kiosks across county offices and Publix locations.

The Hammonds brothers have been indicted for illegally trafficking monkeys, potentially facing 10 years in prison if convicted. An indictment is not a declaration of guilt; they remain innocent until proven guilty.

The Tampa City Council approved a $6 million plan to revitalize the historical Franklin Street corridor, enhancing its pedestrian-friendly appeal with lighting, artistic crosswalks, and brick street restoration.

The NWS forecast for Tampa, Florida, predicts clearer skies and moderate temperatures ahead, with highs in the low 80s and cooler evenings. A slight chance of showers is expected next Tuesday and Wednesday.

Ex-church manager Heather Darrey sentenced to 27 months for wire fraud, ordered to forfeit $875,323.19 after pleading guilty. She embezzled funds from her church.

A man with felony convictions was arrested in Hillsborough County with stolen items, including silver coins, after a traffic violation led to a search. He faces multiple burglary and theft charges.